Our Computing Curriculum Lead is - Miss C Lynch The use of computers and computer systems is an integral part of the National Curriculum and knowing how they work is a key life skill. In an increasingly digital world there now exists a wealth of software, tools and technologies that can be used to communicate, collaborate, express ideas and create digital content.
At High View Primary Learning Centre, we recognise that pupils are entitled to a broad and balanced computing education with a structured, progressive approach to learning how computer systems work, the use of IT and the skills necessary to become digitally literate and participate fully in the modern world. The purpose of this policy is to state how the school intends to make this provision.
The National Curriculum aims are; To provide a broad, balanced, challenging and enjoyable curriculum for all pupils. To develop pupils' computational thinking skills that will benefit them throughout their lives. To meet the requirements of the National Curriculum programmes of study for computing at Key Stage 1 and 2. To respond to new developments in technology. To equip pupils with the confidence and skills to use digital tools and technologies throughout their lives. To enhance and enrich learning in other areas of the curriculum using IT and computing. To develop the understanding of how to use computers and digital tools safely and responsibly
As a school we have adapted the Teach Computing Scheme which underpins all of the National Curriculums aims and objectives for Computing and filters in our Computing Progression Map.